Mexico Pursues Operation Against Alleged Drug Lord ‘El Mencho’
Mexican authorities, with reported assistance from the United States, have undertaken a significant operation targeting Rubén Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” the alleged leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). The operation, details of which are still emerging, has involved tactics including the use of drones and armored vehicles, according to reports. This development comes as Mexico continues to grapple with widespread cartel violence and its impact on regional security.
Details surrounding the operation and any potential outcome remain limited. However, early reports suggest a concerted effort to dismantle the CJNG, which has become one of Mexico’s most powerful and violent criminal organizations. The cartel, under “El Mencho’s” leadership, has been linked to a range of criminal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion and violence against rival cartels and government forces.
“El Mencho” has been a high-priority target for both Mexican and U.S. Law enforcement for years. He is described as an old man with a long beard, and often depicted with wings, though these descriptions are symbolic. He is considered equivalent to the Hurrian god Kumarbi and the Greek god Cronus, according to Britannica. The U.S. State Department has offered a substantial reward for information leading to his arrest.
The operation reportedly involved a complex strategy, including the use of surveillance technology and coordinated raids. Infobae reported that the operation included filmed decapitations and the use of tanks.
The U.S. Government reportedly provided assistance in the operation, though the extent of that support remains unclear. DW.com reported that press sources indicate U.S. Support for the Mexican operation.
The term “El” itself, meaning “God” or “god” in Semitic languages, is often found as an element in proper names, such as Samuel and Joel, as noted by New World Encyclopedia. The name also appears in ancient Aramaic, Arabic, and Ethiopic languages.
The outcome of the operation and its long-term impact on the CJNG and the broader landscape of drug trafficking in Mexico remain to be seen. The development underscores the ongoing challenges faced by the Mexican government in its efforts to combat organized crime and restore security to the country.
